Some research has shown that stimulating parts of the temporal lobe can produce vivid autobiographical memories. Others have suggested that these are not true memories, but rather are more like hallucinations that do not reflect real past experiences. To date, the true answer has not yet been solidified. This uncertainty in research findings demonstrates which of the six principles of scientific thinking?
a. Ruling out rival hypotheses
b. Correlation vs. causation
c. Extraordinary claims
d. Falsifiability
Answer: a. Ruling out rival hypotheses
Psychology
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